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5150bronco · 03-06-2009, 02:57 AM

I cut out the middle portion of the front plate for the chassis and fit the esc very snug inside.
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Now, since I went from a 2 mega pix cam to a 9.1...., the pics will be clearer now....

Mounted ESC.
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5150bronco · 03-06-2009, 08:22 PM

Upper links are hitting dig servo.

My first official issue with this build.

Any suggestions people?

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I moved the right link over one hole. Still hits.

The left link was original position.

thanks

oldhippie · 03-06-2009, 09:29 PM

can ya lay the servo on its side?

gunnar · 03-06-2009, 10:00 PM

You might have to move the servo over to the left, or twist the backside of it over a bit. Is it possible to run the uppers bolted to the outside of the chassis? And like oldhippie said, if it can layover too. Don't see to many more options.

5150bronco · 03-07-2009, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by gunnar

You might have to move the servo over to the left, or twist the backside of it over a bit. Is it possible to run the uppers bolted to the outside of the chassis? And like oldhippie said, if it can layover too. Don't see to many more options.

well, the servo has to stay on the right to avoid the driveline. I have about 1/16th clear if I keep the link on the right side over to the hole it is in....., in the pic.

Actually layin it down, would be a pretty good option, but not sure if there will be a linear plane for the servo to the dig.

samb. · 03-07-2009, 12:25 AM

When I put mine together using hacked up stock servo mounts I had to move the links all the way to the outside so that it would clear the servo, when my dna 4link plates come in im gonna try something different, maybe a standard servo and not use the plate. BTW nice job hacking up the front plate for the ESC to slide right in, I may do that on mine when i go to finalizie placement and wiring in a few days.

Also i ran my rear shocks in the same spot yours are in now and it did not work to well for me. So I moved them outside of the link mount and moved the links inside the link mount and its so much better for me.

I wish my other set of yellows would come in so I can soften up the rear a bit.

gunnar · 03-07-2009, 12:27 AM

It's gonna be a tough one, because the servo plate is angled, it looks like enough space, how about laying it down, and cut a slot so the servo arm can move back and forth? Maybe sink the servo down alittle like the ESC? Might have to make another plate out of plexi. At least that way you could move the link back to the central hole on the rear plate.

5150bronco · 03-07-2009, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by gunnar

It's gonna be a tough one, because the servo plate is angled, it looks like enough space, how about laying it down, and cut a slot so the servo arm can move back and forth? Maybe sink the servo down alittle like the ESC? Might have to make another plate out of plexi. At least that way you could move the link back to the central hole on the rear plate.

How important do you think it is to be back at the "central hole".......?

the bottom links are triangulated....so may the tops might be okay a little out?

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Originally Posted by samb.

When I put mine together using hacked up stock servo mounts I had to move the links all the way to the outside so that it would clear the servo, when my dna 4link plates come in im gonna try something different, maybe a standard servo and not use the plate. BTW nice job hacking up the front plate for the ESC to slide right in, I may do that on mine when i go to finalizie placement and wiring in a few days.

Also i ran my rear shocks in the same spot yours are in now and it did not work to well for me. So I moved them outside of the link mount and moved the links inside the link mount and its so much better for me.

I wish my other set of yellows would come in so I can soften up the rear a bit.

Samb, what happened when you ran the shocks in the same place as me?

I can look for this to see if what happened to you is the same for me?

Can you post a pic of your setup?

THANKS GUYS!

Good feedback.

syber70 · 03-07-2009, 04:13 AM

can you put some spacers between the mounting tabs of the servo, and the bracket? Raise it up some?

prusik333 · 03-07-2009, 04:23 AM

I mounted mine underneath, just barely touches.

5150bronco · 03-07-2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by syber70

can you put some spacers between the mounting tabs of the servo, and the bracket? Raise it up some?

I could and did think of that, but I want to try and reduce the angle from servo to dig as much as possible.

So, I think I am going to lay it down and maybe have servo horn below the plastic plate.......first option and than on top if that does not work.

thanks.

samb. · 03-07-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 5150bronco

Samb, what happened when you ran the shocks in the same place as me?

I can look for this to see if what happened to you is the same for me?

Can you post a pic of your setup?

The rig just felt smoother at least for me. Ill get pics some time tonight.

5150bronco · 03-08-2009, 03:06 AM

Now it is out of way and I can mount links in center. I am going to try this and see if I can make a link tomorrow.

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JeremyH · 03-08-2009, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by prusik333

I mounted mine underneath, just barely touches.

I have mine setup like this and have no clearance issues....I am also running the JR DS 3421 servo which is a bit smaller in dimensions.

BOWTIE · 03-08-2009, 09:07 AM

no clearance problems with the link hitting the servo. i do have my links mounted on the bottom of the link plate on the axle. yours are on top which may create the problem you are having.

Typhoon · 03-08-2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 5150bronco

Now it is out of way and I can mount links in center. I am going to try this and see if I can make a link tomorrow.
Attachment 94452

That is how I have mine mounted and it has been working fine.
I have not made up mine mind if it is worth trying getting it lower or not.

gunnar · 03-08-2009, 12:31 PM

That looks good on the mount, 5150. Might wanna flip the servo so the horn is at the front(shorter link), cut a slot in the plexi for servo arm movement, shouldn't need much, it only moves about 1/4 to 3/8", then run a link to the dig operating rod. It should work perfect if you get a good straight pull on the rod.

bigflex · 03-08-2009, 08:19 PM

I have my uppers mounted on the under side with no clearence issues at all. Having the servo mounted like that defeats the purpose of the mount.

Move the links to the underside and mount the servo back where it was and you will be good to go.

Me and 5 or more others are doing it with much success.

Try it your like it.

5150bronco · 03-09-2009, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOWTIE

no clearance problems with the link hitting the servo. i do have my links mounted on the bottom of the link plate on the axle. yours are on top which may create the problem you are having.

Okay. I see. Do you think or have you noticed any diff in mounting link underneath or above plate. I wonder......

Maybe I will try and see how it responds. I just heard it is good idea to have uppers parallel to ground and that would mean for servo to be moved.

thanks for the help.

5150bronco · 03-09-2009, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gunnar

That looks good on the mount, 5150. Might wanna flip the servo so the horn is at the front(shorter link), cut a slot in the plexi for servo arm movement, shouldn't need much, it only moves about 1/4 to 3/8", then run a link to the dig operating rod. It should work perfect if you get a good straight pull on the rod.

I figured if it was closer the angle would be harder to make straight. I was actually thinking of cutting into the plate. Good idea. so I thought of keeping it further. just brainstorming some ideas.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigflex

I have my uppers mounted on the under side with no clearence issues at all. Having the servo mounted like that defeats the purpose of the mount.

Move the links to the underside and mount the servo back where it was and you will be good to go.

Me and 5 or more others are doing it with much success.

Try it your like it.

DNA is pretty smart, cause i see it defeats purpose, but dna made holes there.

I would like it in the mount for sure.

So, you moved links outside chassis? And, you put link underneath plate on axle? Is that right?

Thanks Guys!

I am almost done.

03-06-2009, 02:57 AM	#61
5150bronco RCC Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Jose Posts: 1,697	ESC plate.......Now Mounted. I cut out the middle portion of the front plate for the chassis and fit the esc very snug inside. Now, since I went from a 2 mega pix cam to a 9.1...., the pics will be clearer now.... Mounted ESC. Last edited by 5150bronco; 03-06-2009 at 08:23 PM.

03-06-2009, 08:22 PM	#62
5150bronco RCC Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Jose Posts: 1,697	Dig Servo clearance problem.......? Upper links are hitting dig servo. My first official issue with this build. Any suggestions people? I moved the right link over one hole. Still hits. The left link was original position. thanks

03-06-2009, 10:00 PM	#64
gunnar Ex Nor-CalRCRC slave Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Mateo, CA. Posts: 2,242	You might have to move the servo over to the left, or twist the backside of it over a bit. Is it possible to run the uppers bolted to the outside of the chassis? And like oldhippie said, if it can layover too. Don't see to many more options. Last edited by gunnar; 03-06-2009 at 10:02 PM.

03-07-2009, 12:25 AM	#66
samb. Rock Stacker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: louisville, Ky Posts: 77	When I put mine together using hacked up stock servo mounts I had to move the links all the way to the outside so that it would clear the servo, when my dna 4link plates come in im gonna try something different, maybe a standard servo and not use the plate. BTW nice job hacking up the front plate for the ESC to slide right in, I may do that on mine when i go to finalizie placement and wiring in a few days. Also i ran my rear shocks in the same spot yours are in now and it did not work to well for me. So I moved them outside of the link mount and moved the links inside the link mount and its so much better for me. I wish my other set of yellows would come in so I can soften up the rear a bit. Last edited by samb.; 03-07-2009 at 12:30 AM.

03-07-2009, 12:27 AM	#67
gunnar Ex Nor-CalRCRC slave Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Mateo, CA. Posts: 2,242	It's gonna be a tough one, because the servo plate is angled, it looks like enough space, how about laying it down, and cut a slot so the servo arm can move back and forth? Maybe sink the servo down alittle like the ESC? Might have to make another plate out of plexi. At least that way you could move the link back to the central hole on the rear plate. Last edited by gunnar; 03-07-2009 at 12:31 AM.

03-06-2009, 09:29 PM	#63
oldhippie I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: 20 miles southeeast of downtown Sacramento Posts: 2,373	can ya lay the servo on its side?

03-07-2009, 04:13 AM	#69
syber70 Quarry Creeper Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clermont Posts: 217	can you put some spacers between the mounting tabs of the servo, and the bracket? Raise it up some?

03-07-2009, 04:23 AM	#70
prusik333 RCC Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 1,267	I mounted mine underneath, just barely touches. Attached Images Last edited by prusik333; 03-07-2009 at 02:59 PM.

03-08-2009, 03:06 AM	#73
5150bronco RCC Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Jose Posts: 1,697	Update on Dig servo mount. Now it is out of way and I can mount links in center. I am going to try this and see if I can make a link tomorrow.

03-08-2009, 09:07 AM	#75
BOWTIE Ultimate RC Decals Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 3,761	no clearance problems with the link hitting the servo. i do have my links mounted on the bottom of the link plate on the axle. yours are on top which may create the problem you are having.

03-08-2009, 12:31 PM	#77
gunnar Ex Nor-CalRCRC slave Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Mateo, CA. Posts: 2,242	That looks good on the mount, 5150. Might wanna flip the servo so the horn is at the front(shorter link), cut a slot in the plexi for servo arm movement, shouldn't need much, it only moves about 1/4 to 3/8", then run a link to the dig operating rod. It should work perfect if you get a good straight pull on the rod. Last edited by gunnar; 03-08-2009 at 12:35 PM.

03-08-2009, 08:19 PM	#78
bigflex I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: drillin Holes for the man Posts: 2,736	I have my uppers mounted on the under side with no clearence issues at all. Having the servo mounted like that defeats the purpose of the mount. Move the links to the underside and mount the servo back where it was and you will be good to go.Me and 5 or more others are doing it with much success. Try it your like it.

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